Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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†TERSE, n.1, v.
I. n. A debate, dispute (n.Sc. 1825 Jam.).
II. v. To debate, dispute, contend (Id.).
[Orig. obscure.]